Searching

PG-13

Released Aug 31, 2018

1h 42m

Mystery & Thriller

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David Kim becomes desperate when his 16-year-old daughter Margot disappears and an immediate police investigation leads nowhere. He soon decides to search the one place that no one else has -- Margot's laptop. Hoping to trace her digital footprints, David contacts her friends and looks at photos and videos for any possible clues to her whereabouts.

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Critics Consensus

Searching's timely premise and original execution are further bolstered by well-rounded characters brought to life by a talented cast.

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Kevin Maher

Times (UK)

A mystery that’s far meatier than its virtual framing would suggest.

Sep 14, 2022

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Andrea Gronvall

Chicago Reader

Shot mostly with iPhones and GoPro cameras, the movie is visually drab and a little too gimmicky - ultimately it's a stunt, albeit an engrossing one.

Mar 20, 2020

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Roxana Hadadi

Chesapeake Family Magazine

Searching follows Eighth Grade as another thought-provoking film about the intersection between teens' lives and their presence-and reliance-on social media.

Rated: 3.5/5

Sep 21, 2018

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Ankit Ojha

Cinema Elite

Going against the Heightened Realism 101 rulebook in films of this kind, Chaganty underlines his storytelling with a terrific score and appropriate rhythm-heavy editing.

Rated: 4.5/5

Jul 9, 2024

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Kate Boyle

InSession Film

The writing is amazing, the use of technology is great, and it doesn't feel cheesy as it has in past films.

Jul 8, 2024

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Elisa Guimarães

Collider

Searching is an unnerving and touching movie that goes well beyond the gimmick of being told through a computer screen.

Feb 1, 2024

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Mike H

I’m not particularly a fan of the computer based point of view, but this one works. Very well acted. The characters are built properly and I became very invested in them all. The ending seems abrupt as if they possibly changed it? However it works and I enjoyed it.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/10/24

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Elena R

amazing movie. 10/10. great and unexpected plot twists and an extremely creative format, with a bit of suspense too!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/01/24

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Jayden M

Great movie would definitely suggest people to watch. Just when you think the main plot is over, it gets better and better.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/04/24

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Fyox F

Splendid movie. Super-entertaining. Please Watch it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/22/24

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Eric S

This was a great psychological mystery thriller that had me on the edge of my seat as we the audience find out what happened to "Margot, Kim" while she was missing. This movie was very uniquely shot, and produced, not how every ordinary film is done, but seen straight from a laptop computer. Thoroughly enjoyed this film.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/17/24

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Isaac M

Searching is an amazing film, and its plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat. It's unique yet compelling filming format being all on computer and phone screens is one that keeps the watcher invested for its for its zippy run time of 1 hr and 42 minutes. With performances from John Cho, Debra Messing and Michelle La, this movie is a must see for anyone looking for an entertaining film. Grab some popcorn, take a seat, and watch Searching.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/02/24

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Synopsis

David Kim becomes desperate when his 16-year-old daughter Margot disappears and an immediate police investigation leads nowhere. He soon decides to search the one place that no one else has -- Margot's laptop. Hoping to trace her digital footprints, David contacts her friends and looks at photos and videos for any possible clues to her whereabouts.

Director: Aneesh Chaganty
Producer: Timur Bekmambetov, Sev Ohanian, Adam Sidman, Natalie Qasabian
Screenwriter: Aneesh Chaganty, Sev Ohanian
Distributor: Stage 6, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Screen Gems
Production Co: Bazelevs Production, Stage 6 Films, Screen Gems
Rating: PG-13 (Some Drug References|Language|Some Sexual References|Thematic Content)
Genre: Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 31, 2018, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 13, 2018
Box Office (Gross USA): $26.0M
Runtime: 1h 42m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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